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Will I Have to Visit a Physiotherapist?
In most cases, a visit to a physiotherapist will not be necessary.
Throughout the book you are given instructions on when you should stop or continue the exercises, depending on the results of the exercises as you perform them. It is important to follow these instructions carefully, to ensure your safety.
We have listed below, the conditions when you should not commence the exercises:
In the case of Back pain - In any of the following situations you should not commence the exercise programme of self-treatment without first consulting your health professional:
- If you have pain in the leg below the knee and experience sensations of weakness, numbness or pins and needles in foot and toes.
- If you have developed low back problems following a recent severe accident.
- If, following a recent severe episode of low back pain, you have developed bladder problems.
- If you are feeling generally unwell in conjunction with this attack of low back pain.
If you suffer from any of the above you may wish to seek advise from a health professional (to locate a credentialed or diplomaed McKenzie Institute-trained therapist in New Zealand visit The McKenzie Institute. For international locations, visit The McKenzie Institute International.
In the case of Neck pain - In any of the following situations you should not commence the exercise programme without first consulting your health professional:
- If you have developed neck pain for the first time.
- If there are complications to your neck pain eg sharp and stabbing pains.
- If your head is pulled off centre
- If you have severe unabating headache
If you suffer from any of the above you may wish to seek advise from a health professional (to locate a credentialed or diplomaed McKenzie Institute-trained therapist in New Zealand visit The McKenzie Institute. For international locations, visit The McKenzie Institute International.
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